Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Digital Platforms for Youth Inclusive Urban Governance

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to an innovative project focused on youth inclusive urban governance. This role involves collaborating with young people as citizen scientists and analyzing urban platforms in cities across Indonesia and Lebanon. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing research activities and administrative tasks while enjoying generous benefits, including 41 days of holiday and a CARE pension scheme. If you are passionate about urban governance and youth engagement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

41 days holiday

CARE pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee assistance program

Discounted medical insurance

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline or near completion.
• Experience managing research activities and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage research activities on youth inclusive urban governance.
• Conduct surveys and analyze urban platforms in partner cities.

Skills

Research Management

Data Analysis

Youth Engagement

Survey Design

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Digital Platforms for Youth Inclusive Urban Governance, London

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**Location:** London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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About the role

Based within the Bartlett Development Planning Unit (DPU) at University College London (UCL), a full-time post-doctoral research assistant is needed to work on the "Co-producing Digital Platforms for Youth Inclusive Urban Governance" project. This research focuses on four small to medium-sized cities in Indonesia and Lebanon, examining youth engagement in urban governance within exclusionary power dynamics. The project involves working with young people as citizen scientists, analyzing existing urban platforms, and conducting surveys across the cities.

The appointment is for 16 months under the UCL Research Fellow scheme, with an initial salary of Grade 7, point 31 (£44,000 per annum, including London Allowance).

We anticipate the start date to be 1 June or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will undergo UCL probation procedures.

About you

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant discipline (or near completion), will be the primary staff member on the project, managing research activities and administrative tasks.

Travel to project partner countries (Lebanon, Indonesia, or UK) for at least 6 months is required. Therefore, applicants must be able to travel.

For informal inquiries, contact Prof Julian Walker via email. For application process questions or departmental inquiries, contact Nkenji Okpara, Departmental Manager.

Applicants are encouraged to review PI profiles and partner websites.

What we offer

Benefits include:

• 41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• CARE pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance program
• Discounted medical insurance

This role is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Staff.